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The pillars of modern medicine are related to Indian system of medicine… Ayurveda. Let’s understand in brief the Dhatu siddhanta.

The term Dhatu is derived from the Sanskrit root `Du Dhatru’ which means Dharana (to support) and Poshan (to nourish), which promotes the growth of shareera (body) is dhatu. Dhatus are seven in numbers hence also termed as Saptadhatus.

The 7 dhatus are Rasa, Rakta, Mamsa, Medo, Asthi, Majja, Shukra.

The Saptadhatus and its functions and relationship with modern medicine are tabulated below:

Dhatu

Modern aspect

Function

Rasa

Chyle/ Plasma/ Lymph

Preenama (Nourishing property)

Rakta

Blood

Jeevana (Provides physical strength and colour to the body)

Mamsa

Muscle tissue

Lepana (Covers Asthi)

Medas

Adipose tissue

Snehana (Lubricates the body)

Asthi

Bone tissue

Dharana (Gives support to the body)

Majja

Bone marrow

Poorana (Fill up the Asthi)

Shukra

Reproductive tissue

Garbhothpadana (Helps in reproduction)

The individual’s body health and longevity depends on these Saptadhatus. If the body dysfunctions and formation of any one or more dhatus are affected then Saptdhatu imbalance occurs and takes a toll on the body. The core physiological functions of Saptadhatus and its effect on deranged status are outlined below:

Dhatu

Physiological Functions

Deranged Status

Rasa

Lustrous skin

Vitality

Joy

Focused mind

Nausea

Weakness

Depression

Bad taste in mouth

Rakta

Imparts normal colour/ complexion to various organs

Strengthens muscular tissues

Inflamed vessels

Abscesses

Bleeding disorders

Rashes

Jaundice

Mamsa

Strength

Stability

Sarcomatous tumours

Lethargy

Fear

Medas

Lubrication

Flexibility

Sonorous voice

Excess fat

Low Vitality

Numbness

Asthi

Strong musculoskeletal system

Joint stiffness

Hair loss

Tooth decay

Majja

Immunity

Movement

Resonant voice

Bone/ Joint pain

Fatigue

Giddiness

Shukra

Sexual desire

Fertility

Complexion

Obsessive sexual desire

Premature ejaculation

Impotence

Low vitality

Thus, to maintain Mahadhatu (shareera/ body), the saptadhatusare to be balanced with adequate nourishment. Ayurveda science features various ways for maintaining saptadhatu balance. Ayurveda recommends treatment Rasayana and Vajikarna therapy based on herbs and bhashmas.

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